Business Apprentice (Defence)

The Launch Group; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Launch Group, in partnership with MBDA, offers varied apprenticeship opportunities, ranging from Project Control to Engineering and Finance roles. These fully funded positions provide valuable skills, networking opportunities, and a guaranteed permanent role upon completion, all while earning a competitive salary.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

Dynamic Working

25 days annual leave

Paid expenses to and from study

Enhanced Parental Leave

Gyms & Social Clubs

Lifestyle Discounts and Vouchers

Study leave during exam periods

Qualifications

• 5 x GCSE's needed for Level 3 apprenticeships.
• Level 4 apprenticeships require 5 x GCSE's and 96 UCAS points.
• Level 6 apprenticeships require 5 x GCSE's and 120 UCAS points.

Responsibilities

• Study, work on exciting projects, and contribute to MBDA.
• Completing tasks in Project Control and Manufacturing roles.
• Gaining experience in General and Mechanical Engineering.

Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Education

5 x GCSE's

96 UCAS points

120 UCAS points

Job description

MBDA is a leading defence organisation, supporting the Armed forces who protect our nations, both for today and tomorrow. MBDA is proud to be working in partnership with Movement to Work and The Launch Group to offer these unique opportunities.

On an Apprenticeship you develop key skills, build a network and earn valuable qualifications. During the 4 year scheme, you will study, work on exciting projects and contribute to the work that MBDA does, all whilst earning a salary.

MBDA’s Level 3 apprenticeships cover Project Control and Manufacturing operator roles - if you love managing tasks or getting hands-on then these roles are for you. If you're interested in Engineering and gaining a level 4 qualification then you could come and learn all about General Engineering or focus on Mechanical Engineering.

If numbers is more your thing, then our Finance apprenticeship is worth a look.

More focused on getting a degree? We have a range of Engineering, Software and Business apprenticeships for you to pick from. Whichever route you pick, all qualifications are paid for by MBDA - all the learning without the debt.

Apprenticeship schemes on offer at MBDA:

• Level 3 Project Planning and Control Apprenticeship
• Level 4 Finance Apprenticeship
• Level 6 Business Apprenticeship
• Level 3 Manufacturing Operator
• Level 3 and 6 Information Management
• Level 4 General and Mechanical Engineering
• Level 6 Mechanical, Electrical and Software Engineering

Are you interested in finding out more about apprenticeships and feeling unsure of your next steps now that you have finished school or college? Find out more about Movement to Work at MBDA by applying now or contacting the Launch Group’s Recruitment Team on 01912618456.

Each apprenticeship has different criteria; our Level 3 apprenticeships will typically need 5 x GCSE's whilst our Level 4 apprenticeships typically need 5 x GCSE's and 96 UCAS points. Our Level 6 apprenticeships typically need 5 x GCSE's and 120 UCAS points.

• Salaries start from £18,000 with a £3,000 joining bonus
• Permanent role guaranteed at the end of the apprenticeship
• Fully funded qualification starting in September 2026
• Annual pay reviews
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
• Study leave during exam periods
• Dynamic Working
• Gyms & Social Clubs
• Paid expenses to and from your place of study
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Lifestyle – Discount and Vouchers